Attorney review: Jami S. Oliver, Founder. Admitted in Ohio, 1993.* About Jami
Oliver Law Office is a woman-led personal injury firm with locations in Dublin and Columbus, Ohio.*
Of all the common causes of car accidents, speeding is responsible for a large majority of crashes.*
Why does speeding cause so many crashes?
A speeding driver does not have enough time to slow down or stop before crashing into another vehicle.*
Speeding also reduces the distance between the driver going too fast and other drivers.*
What counts as speeding in Columbus?
Speeding usually means driving faster than the posted speed limit. Driving too quickly for the weather is a second kind of speeding.*
On most roads in Columbus, the posted speed limit is 35 miles per hour.
On rural highways, the speed limit increases to 55 miles per hour, while speed limits on interstate highways are typically set at 65 miles per hour.
Driving faster than the posted limits is the most common type of speeding, but there is another.*
Can a driver be held liable without going over the speed limit?
Yes. A driver who does not go over the speed limit can still be held liable for driving too quickly for the weather.*
Columbus is known for unsafe weather at times. Heavy fog, snow, rain and ice can all cause problems on the roads, and driving too quickly for these conditions can cause an accident.*
Drivers are required to know how to drive in poor weather, or to refrain from getting behind the wheel.*
How do you prove another driver was speeding?
There are many ways to prove another driver was speeding, even though speed is very hard to measure after a crash.*
Many people think there is no way to prove another driver was speeding at the time of a serious accident. Fortunately, that is not true. The evidence includes:*
- Eyewitness statements that argue the motorist was driving far more quickly than other drivers on the road
- Video surveillance footage from dash cams, nearby businesses, and red light cameras that show a driver was traveling at a greater speed than other motorists
- Physical evidence at the accident scene, including road debris that flew a certain distance and skid marks that show how long it took a vehicle to stop
- The police report, which may indicate another driver was speeding and caused the crash
What results has Oliver Law Office obtained in vehicle cases?
These results come from crashes on the road.*
$2.5M
Judgment for automobile striking a bicyclist resulting in death
$5M
Settlement arising out of a death of a pedestrian by a distracted driver
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different.*
“My experience with the Oliver Law Office, from start to finish, was excellent.”
How can a Columbus speeding accident lawyer help you?
A Columbus (on Wikipedia) speeding accident lawyer at Oliver Law Office can advise you of your legal options and help you through the process, so you receive the full settlement you deserve.*
Proving any car accident case is difficult, and proving that another driver was speeding is very difficult. Our Columbus car accident lawyer will gather the evidence important to your case, so you obtain the full and fair compensation you are entitled to.*
Call or text us at 614.220.9100, or contact us online to schedule a consultation.*
What else do people ask about speeding accidents?
Should I collect evidence of speeding myself?
You can, but your recovery is not the time to do it. A Columbus speeding accident lawyer can gather the evidence for you, so you can focus on getting better.*
